1999 Mahindra CL vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 8 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 185 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 2007 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mahindra CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Mahindra | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |
