1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, both 1999 Dodge Dakota and 1999 Mahindra CL were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 300 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 1999 Dodge Dakota 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Dodge | Mahindra |
Model | Dakota | CL |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2040 mm |