2001 Mahindra CL vs. 2004 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Jimny (79 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra CL weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Jimny.
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 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mahindra CL | 2004 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mahindra | Suzuki |
| Model | CL | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2260 mm |
