2003 Mahindra Commander vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Mahindra Commander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Because 2003 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mahindra Commander | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mahindra | Renault |
| Model | Commander | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
