2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2001 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mahindra Commander would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 109 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 2001 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2001 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | Aveo | Commander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2690 mm |
