2005 Mahindra Commander vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 4 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 555 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 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mahindra Commander | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mahindra | Mercury |
Model | Commander | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2112 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |