2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2000 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mahindra Commander would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2000 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2000 Mahindra Commander has manual transmission. 2000 Mahindra Commander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 2000 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Bentley | Mahindra |
| Model | Azure | Commander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2690 mm |
