2002 Mahindra Commander vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mahindra Commander would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mahindra Commander will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mahindra Commander | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mazda |
| Model | Commander | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
