2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Mahindra Commander
To start off, both 2005 GMC Envoy and 2005 Mahindra Commander were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander. 2005 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2005 Mahindra Commander has manual transmission. 2005 Mahindra Commander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Envoy | 2005 Mahindra Commander | |
Make | GMC | Mahindra |
Model | Envoy | Commander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4160 cc | 2112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |