2001 Mahindra CL vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 9 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, 2010 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra CL weights approximately 63 kg more than 2010 Honda Insight.
Because 2001 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Insight. 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, 2010 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mahindra CL | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Mahindra | Honda |
| Model | CL | Insight |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2550 mm |
