2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2005 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 1 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra CL weights approximately 222 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2005 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2005 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | SSR | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |
