2003 Mahindra Commander vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 7 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, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 241 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit.
Because 2003 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Fit. 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, 2010 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mahindra Commander | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Mahindra | Honda |
| Model | Commander | Fit |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2499 mm |
