2005 Lincoln Aviator vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Aviator 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (298 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 955 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL. 2005 Lincoln Aviator has automatic transmission and 1999 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 1999 Mahindra CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Aviator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Aviator | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mahindra |
| Model | Aviator | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2040 mm |
