1996 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2000 Mahindra CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Mahindra CL. 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, 1996 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2000 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Audi | Mahindra |
| Model | A4 | CL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2040 mm |
