1999 Mahindra CL vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 203 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
