2001 Mahindra CL vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra CL.
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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mahindra CL | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Porsche |
| Model | CL | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2360 mm |
