1999 Mahindra CL vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra 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 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 422 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mahindra | Seat |
| Model | CL | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| 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 | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2850 mm |
