2004 Mahindra Commander vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Mahindra Commander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 200 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 2001 Rover 75. 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, 2001 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Commander. 2001 Rover 75 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. 2001 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mahindra Commander | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Rover |
| Model | Commander | 75 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
