2005 Mahindra Commander vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 335 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.
Because 2005 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mahindra Commander | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Mahindra | Plymouth |
Model | Commander | Voyager |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2112 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |