1999 Audi A2 vs. 2002 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2002 Mahindra CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A2 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A2 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra CL weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 Audi A2.
Because 2002 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A2. 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, 1999 Audi A2 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A2 | 2002 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Audi | Mahindra |
| Model | A2 | CL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
