2000 Mahindra CL vs. 1996 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2000 Mahindra CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Lexcen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra CL 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, 1996 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra CL. 1996 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 2000 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 2000 Mahindra CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mahindra CL | 1996 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2740 mm |
