2005 Mahindra Commander vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 208 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 Nissan 370Z. 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 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander. 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 Nissan 370Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mahindra Commander | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Mahindra | Nissan |
| Model | Commander | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
