2002 Mahindra CL vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 8 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 30 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.
Because 2002 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Hilux. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mahindra CL | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3090 mm |
