2002 Mahindra CL vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2002 Mahindra CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Jimny (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra CL weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Jimny.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. 2001 Suzuki Jimny has automatic transmission and 2002 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 2002 Mahindra CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Suzuki Jimny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mahindra CL | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mahindra | Suzuki |
| Model | CL | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2260 mm |
