2005 Mahindra Commander vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mahindra Commander | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mahindra | Subaru |
| Model | Commander | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
