1999 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2005 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2005 Mahindra CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra CL weights approximately 454 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Matiz | 2005 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mahindra |
| Model | Matiz | CL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2040 mm |
