2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mahindra Commander would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 485 kg more than 2002 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2002 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mahindra |
| Model | Santa Fe | Commander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |
