2005 Mahindra Commander vs. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mahindra Commander (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mahindra Commander should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 550 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 2005 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mahindra Commander | 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Mahindra | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commander | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
