2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2000 Citroen C 15 is newer by 1 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, 1999 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 285 kg more than 2000 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Citroen C 15, 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mahindra |
| Model | C 15 | CL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2040 mm |
