2005 Mahindra Commander vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX.
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, 1996 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander. 1996 Honda S-MX 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. 1996 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mahindra Commander | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Mahindra | Honda |
| Model | Commander | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
