2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2002 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mahindra Commander would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 2002 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mahindra |
| Model | Discovery | Commander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
