2002 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2004 Mahindra CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra CL weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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 (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 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 2004 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2004 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Focus | CL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |
