2002 Ford Escape vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mahindra CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Escape | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Escape | CL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |
