1996 Ford Royale vs. 2001 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2001 Mahindra CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Royale would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra CL.
Because 2001 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Royale. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mahindra CL 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, 1996 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Royale | 2001 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Royale | CL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2040 mm |
