2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 555 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.
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 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2002 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mahindra |
| Model | Santa Fe | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2040 mm |
