2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 2000 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mahindra Commander (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra Commander should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 555 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Move. 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 Daihatsu Move. 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, 2000 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 2000 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mahindra |
| Model | Move | Commander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2690 mm |
