2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2000 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mahindra Commander would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 2000 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2000 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | Grande Punto | Commander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
