2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2005 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 1 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 292 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2005 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2005 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | SSR | Commander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
