1999 Mahindra CL vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 11 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 101 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Because 1999 Mahindra CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mahindra CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 2010 Honda Jazz 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. 2010 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Mahindra | Honda |
| Model | CL | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
