2004 Ford Ka 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 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mahindra Commander (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mahindra Commander should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 408 kg more than 2004 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Ka. 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, 2005 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ka | 2005 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Ka | Commander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
