2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1999 Mahindra CL

To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 5 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 518 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, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1999 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 1999 Mahindra CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Buick Rendezvous 1999 Mahindra CL
Make Buick Mahindra
Model Rendezvous CL
Year Released 2004 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3343 cc 2523 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 185 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3200 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 165 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1302 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 3360 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1460 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2040 mm