2005 Mahindra Commander vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 5 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1628 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander. 2010 Ford F-250 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. 2010 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mahindra Commander | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Ford |
| Model | Commander | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2029 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3967 mm |
