2004 Fiat Siena vs. 2001 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2004 Fiat Siena is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mahindra Commander would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Siena (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Fiat Siena.
Because 2001 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Siena | 2001 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | Siena | Commander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2690 mm |
