2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Donkervoort | Mahindra |
Model | D8 | CL |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2040 mm |