2008 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 5 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 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 2003 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Ford Focus (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2003 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Focus | Commander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2110 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
