2003 Mahindra Commander vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mahindra Commander would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Traviq (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Traviq should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 106 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mahindra Commander | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Mahindra | Subaru |
| Model | Commander | Traviq |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
