1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, both 1999 Mahindra CL and 1999 Mercedes-Benz V 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 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 770 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 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V, 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 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mahindra CL | 1999 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Mahindra | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CL | V |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2523 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3010 mm |