1999 Mahindra CL vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 7 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 138 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CL | SLK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
