2003 Mahindra Commander vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2003 Mahindra Commander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mahindra Commander | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mazda |
| Model | Commander | 626 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
