2005 Mahindra Commander vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 3 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 550 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.
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, 2008 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mahindra Commander | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mahindra | Tata |
Model | Commander | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2112 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |