2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2005 Mahindra CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra CL weights approximately 54 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2005 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mahindra |
| Model | Xsara | CL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
