2001 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Mahindra CL
To start off, both 2001 BMW 318 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 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 318. 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 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 2001 Mahindra CL | |
Make | BMW | Mahindra |
Model | 318 | CL |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |