2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2005 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mahindra Commander would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Because 2005 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Lotus Exige (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 2005 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Lotus | Mahindra |
| Model | Exige | Commander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
