2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 465 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mahindra |
| Model | Santa Fe | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |
