2004 Mahindra CL vs. 2005 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2005 Mazda Premacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Premacy. 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, 2005 Mazda Premacy (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mahindra CL | 2005 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mazda |
| Model | CL | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
