2004 Mahindra CL vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 5 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 52 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.

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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra CL. 2009 Toyota Sienna 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. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mahindra CL 2009 Toyota Sienna
Make Mahindra Toyota
Model CL Sienna
Year Released 2004 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2522 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 62 HP 267 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1352 kg
Vehicle Length 3360 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 3040 mm


 

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