2005 Mahindra CL vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2005 Mahindra CL and 2005 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 (217 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 435 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.
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 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra CL. 2005 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 2005 Mahindra CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mahindra CL | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Mahindra | Volvo |
Model | CL | XC70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2523 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2800 mm |