2005 Mahindra CL vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Mahindra CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra CL weights approximately 485 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo. 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 2001 Smart ForTwo. 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 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mahindra CL | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mahindra | Smart |
| Model | CL | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
