2004 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 2001 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2004 Honda Civic (153 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2001 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | Civic | Commander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
