2005 Mahindra Commander vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, both 2005 Mahindra Commander and 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 55 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 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 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo has automatic transmission and 2005 Mahindra Commander has manual transmission. 2005 Mahindra Commander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mahindra Commander | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
Make | Mahindra | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Commander | Vaneo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |