2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2000 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander.
Because 2000 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Canyon. 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 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2000 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | GMC | Mahindra |
| Model | Canyon | Commander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
