2003 Mahindra Commander vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Mahindra Commander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mahindra Commander | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mahindra | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commander | Golf |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
