2009 Hyundai Atos vs. 2003 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mahindra Commander would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mahindra Commander (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mahindra Commander should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 485 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Atos | 2003 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mahindra |
| Model | Atos | Commander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2110 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |
