2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Mahindra Commander
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Mahindra Commander were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 82 kg more than 2004 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Mahindra Commander | |
Make | Ford | Mahindra |
Model | Focus | Commander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |