1999 Mahindra CL vs. 2005 MCC Crossblade
To start off, 2005 MCC Crossblade is newer by 6 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, 2005 MCC Crossblade (70 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Crossblade should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 486 kg more than 2005 MCC Crossblade.
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, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Crossblade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 2005 MCC Crossblade | |
| Make | Mahindra | MCC |
| Model | CL | Crossblade |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3210 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
