2004 Mahindra Commander vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mahindra Commander would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 76 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mahindra Commander | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mahindra | Suzuki |
| Model | Commander | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
