2005 Mahindra Commander vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mahindra Commander would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Because 2005 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Espace. 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, 2007 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander. 2007 Renault Espace 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. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mahindra Commander | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mahindra | Renault |
| Model | Commander | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2870 mm |
