2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2004 Mahindra Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 730 kg more than 2004 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2004 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Commander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2690 mm |
