1999 Daihatsu Terios 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 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra CL weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2005 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Terios | 2005 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mahindra |
| Model | Terios | CL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2040 mm |
