2008 Lancia Musa vs. 2001 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa 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 Lancia Musa (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Lancia Musa.
Because 2001 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lancia Musa. 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 Lancia Musa (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 2001 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Lancia | Mahindra |
| Model | Musa | Commander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
