2005 Mahindra Commander vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2005 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Highlander. 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 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander. 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mahindra Commander | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | Commander | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
