2005 Mahindra Commander vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 165 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.
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 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mahindra Commander | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mahindra | Subaru |
| Model | Commander | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2624 mm |
