2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2003 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz 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 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 381 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 2003 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Jazz. 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, 2003 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2008 Honda Jazz 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. 2008 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2003 Mahindra Commander | |
Make | Honda | Mahindra |
Model | Jazz | Commander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2110 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 989 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |