2005 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2005 Mahindra CL
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Matrix 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Matrix (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Matrix should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 70 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 Hyundai Matrix. 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 Hyundai Matrix (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Matrix | 2005 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mahindra |
| Model | Matrix | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2040 mm |
