1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Because 1999 Mahindra CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mahindra CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Seat Toledo (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mahindra CL | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Mahindra | Seat |
Model | CL | Toledo |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2480 mm |