2004 Mahindra CL vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra CL weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mahindra CL | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | CL | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1264 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2290 mm |
