2003 Mahindra Commander vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 10 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1282 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Commander. 2013 Nissan Armada 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. 2013 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mahindra Commander | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mahindra | Nissan |
| Model | Commander | Armada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3130 mm |
