2000 Mahindra CL vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 200 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 2001 Honda CR-V. 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, 2001 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mahindra CL | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mahindra | Honda |
| Model | CL | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2620 mm |
