2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2000 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 2000 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mahindra |
| Model | CTS | CL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2040 mm |
