2004 Mahindra CL vs. 2004 Honda Civic

To start off, both 2004 Mahindra CL and 2004 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra CL weights approximately 108 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.

Because 2004 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 2004 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2004 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 2004 Mahindra CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mahindra CL 2004 Honda Civic
Make Mahindra Honda
Model CL Civic
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2522 cc 1668 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1192 kg
Vehicle Length 3360 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 2580 mm