2005 Mahindra CL vs. 2005 Renault Megane

To start off, both 2005 Mahindra CL and 2005 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 470 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 2005 Renault Megane. 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 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra CL.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mahindra CL 2005 Renault Megane
Make Mahindra Renault
Model CL Megane
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2523 cc 1869 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1770 kg
Vehicle Length 3360 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 2810 mm


 

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