1999 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2004 Mahindra CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Ford Falcon (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 2004 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Falcon | CL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2040 mm |
