2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 798 kg more than 1999 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, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | TrailBlazer | CL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2040 mm |
