1999 Mahindra CL vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 852 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 2012 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mahindra CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL. 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mahindra CL | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
Model | CL | Sienna |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2523 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3030 mm |