2001 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Mahindra CL
To start off, both 2001 Audi A3 and 2001 Mahindra CL were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra CL weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Audi A3.
Because 2001 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 2001 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Audi | Mahindra |
| Model | A3 | CL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |
