2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2004 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 2004 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. 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 Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2004 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | Grande Punto | Commander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 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 |
