2005 Honda Fit vs. 2001 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit 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 Fit (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra CL weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit.
Because 2001 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Fit. 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 @ 1500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Fit | 2001 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Honda | Mahindra |
Model | Fit | CL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2040 mm |