2002 Mahindra CL vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mahindra CL | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | CL | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
