2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2004 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mahindra Commander would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2007 Fiat Croma (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Commander. 2007 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2004 Mahindra Commander has manual transmission. 2004 Mahindra Commander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 2004 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | Croma | Commander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
