2005 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra CL weights approximately 149 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 2001 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mahindra CL (165 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2001 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2001 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | Civic | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
