2000 Mahindra CL vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 12 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra CL weights approximately 76 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 2000 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra CL. 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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. 2012 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mahindra CL | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mahindra | Volkswagen |
| Model | CL | Touran |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
