1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1997 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 180 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 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, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1997 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mahindra | Seat |
| Model | CL | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1050 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 |
