2004 Mahindra Commander vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 625 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mahindra Commander | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mahindra | Porsche |
| Model | Commander | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2896 mm |
