1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1999 Mercury Mystique
To start off, both 1999 Mahindra CL and 1999 Mercury Mystique 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 547 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL.
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 Mercury Mystique, 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 Mercury Mystique (224 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1999 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mercury |
| Model | CL | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
