2004 Mahindra CL vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2004 Mahindra CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra CL weights approximately 7 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (305 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mahindra CL | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Mahindra | Volkswagen |
| Model | CL | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
