2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2000 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mahindra Commander would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2000 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mahindra |
| Model | BLS | Commander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
