2005 Mahindra Commander vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 77 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (305 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mahindra Commander | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Mahindra | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commander | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
