1999 Mahindra CL vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba 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 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 92 kg more than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
Because 1999 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mahindra CL 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 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mahindra | Seat |
| Model | CL | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
