2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mahindra Commander would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 263 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2005 Mahindra Commander has manual transmission. 2005 Mahindra Commander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 2005 Mahindra Commander | |
Make | Ford | Mahindra |
Model | Taurus | Commander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2690 mm |