2001 Mahindra CL vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 11 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 650 kg more than 2001 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Pilot. 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra CL. 2012 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2001 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 2001 Mahindra CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mahindra CL | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Mahindra | Honda |
| Model | CL | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2774 mm |
