2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Mahindra CL
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Lumina and 2005 Mahindra CL were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Chevrolet Lumina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
Model | Lumina | CL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5799 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1300 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2040 mm |