2000 Mahindra CL vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 8 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 540 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra CL. 2008 SsangYong Korando 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. 2008 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mahindra CL | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mahindra | SsangYong |
| Model | CL | Korando |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2490 mm |
