2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2002 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mahindra Commander would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1334 kg more than 2002 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Commander. 2009 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2002 Mahindra Commander has manual transmission. 2002 Mahindra Commander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2002 Mahindra Commander | |
Make | Land Rover | Mahindra |
Model | Discovery | Commander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |