2003 Mahindra Commander vs. 2002 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Mahindra Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 63 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2003 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Passat (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Commander. 2002 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2002 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mahindra Commander | 2002 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mahindra | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commander | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
