2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 2001 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 608 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 2001 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Jeep | Mahindra |
| Model | Patriot | Commander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
