2005 Mahindra Commander vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 40 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 2012 Mazda 6. 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander. 2012 Mazda 6 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. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mahindra Commander | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mazda |
| Model | Commander | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2789 mm |
