1999 Mahindra CL vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 355 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1999 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 1999 Mahindra CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CL | C |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2720 mm |
