1999 Mahindra CL vs. 2002 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2002 Mercury Cougar 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 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 80 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, 2002 Mercury Cougar, 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, 2002 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 2002 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mercury |
| Model | CL | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
