2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 720 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | Astro | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2040 mm |
