2003 Mahindra Commander vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 2003 Mahindra Commander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Cresta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Commander. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 2003 Mahindra Commander has manual transmission. 2003 Mahindra Commander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mahindra Commander | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | Commander | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
