1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 624 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mahindra CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Jeep | Mahindra |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | CL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
