2004 Fiat Idea vs. 2005 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Idea (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 Fiat Idea.
Because 2005 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Idea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 2005 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | Idea | Commander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
