2000 Mahindra CL vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 4 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 9 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 2004 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mahindra CL | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mahindra | Volkswagen |
| Model | CL | Touran |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
