2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 242 kg more than 2002 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 2002 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Kia | Mahindra |
| Model | Sportage | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
