2003 Mahindra Commander vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky 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 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sparky (86 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
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, 2005 Toyota Sparky (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sparky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Commander. 2005 Toyota Sparky 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. 2005 Toyota Sparky will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mahindra Commander | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | Commander | Sparky |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
