1996 Honda Legend vs. 2002 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2002 Mahindra CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra CL. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2002 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 2002 Mahindra CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 2002 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Honda | Mahindra |
Model | Legend | CL |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2040 mm |