2001 Honda S-MX 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 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 2005 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Honda | Mahindra |
Model | S-MX | CL |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |