2006 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2005 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. 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 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2005 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Escape | Commander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
