1999 Mahindra CL vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1999 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 1999 Mahindra CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 4798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3010 mm |
