2004 Mahindra CL vs. 2004 MG ZS
To start off, both 2004 Mahindra CL and 2004 MG ZS 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 MG ZS (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra CL weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 MG ZS.
Because 2004 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 MG ZS. 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 MG ZS (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mahindra CL | 2004 MG ZS | |
| Make | Mahindra | MG |
| Model | CL | ZS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
