2000 Mahindra CL vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 7 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 970 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 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mahindra CL | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Mahindra | Volkswagen |
| Model | CL | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| 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 | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3410 mm |
