2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 2003 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mahindra Commander would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 48 kg more than 2003 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Commander. 2007 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2003 Mahindra Commander has manual transmission. 2003 Mahindra Commander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Odyssey | 2003 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | Odyssey | Commander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 2110 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2690 mm |
