2004 Honda Insight vs. 2005 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2005 Mahindra CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Insight would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra CL weights approximately 447 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight.
Because 2005 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Insight | 2005 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Honda | Mahindra |
Model | Insight | CL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |