2005 Mahindra Commander vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
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 Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2005 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf 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 Golf | |
| Make | Mahindra | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commander | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
