2005 Lancia Thesis vs. 2001 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Thesis | 2001 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Lancia | Mahindra |
| Model | Thesis | Commander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
