2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 225 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 1999 Mahindra CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mahindra CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mahindra |
| Model | Kalos | CL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2040 mm |
