2002 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus 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 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra CL weights approximately 68 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 2000 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Focus. 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 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2000 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Focus | CL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |
