2004 Mahindra Commander vs. 2004 Rover 75

To start off, both 2004 Mahindra Commander and 2004 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 370 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 2004 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, 2004 Rover 75 (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Commander. 2004 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. 2004 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mahindra Commander 2004 Rover 75
Make Mahindra Rover
Model Commander 75
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2112 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 62 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 124 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1740 kg
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2630 mm


 

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