2004 Mahindra Commander vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 2004 Mahindra Commander and 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (147 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2004 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (124 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mahindra Commander | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Commander | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
