2004 Mahindra Commander vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2004 Mahindra Commander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 140 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.

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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Commander. 2000 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2004 Mahindra Commander has manual transmission. 2004 Mahindra Commander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mahindra Commander 2000 Subaru Legacy
Make Mahindra Subaru
Model Commander Legacy
Year Released 2004 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2112 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 62 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 124 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2660 mm