1999 Mahindra CL vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 13 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 732 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL. 2012 Chrysler 300 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. 2012 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Chrysler |
| Model | CL | 300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3053 mm |
