2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2004 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II 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 Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Because 2004 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Palio II. 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 Palio II (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 2004 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | Palio II | Commander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2690 mm |
