2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2001 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 380 kg more than 2001 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. 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 Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2001 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | Cobalt | Commander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
