2005 Mahindra CL vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 46 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 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mahindra CL | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mahindra | Volkswagen |
| Model | CL | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2578 mm |
