2005 Mahindra CL vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Mahindra CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 10 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 2002 Seat Leon. 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mahindra CL | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mahindra | Seat |
| Model | CL | Leon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
