2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mahindra Commander would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 263 kg more than 2003 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2005 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Commander. 2005 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2003 Mahindra Commander has manual transmission. 2003 Mahindra Commander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2003 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Citroen | Mahindra |
| Model | C5 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2110 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
