1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II

To start off, both 1999 Mahindra CL and 1999 Nissan Terrano II were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (126 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 648 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 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mahindra CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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 Nissan Terrano II (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mahindra CL 1999 Nissan Terrano II
Make Mahindra Nissan
Model CL Terrano II
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2523 cc 2663 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1878 kg
Vehicle Length 3360 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 2660 mm


 

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