2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2001 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mahindra Commander would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
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, 2005 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 2001 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | F-350 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2690 mm |
