2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2001 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra CL.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra CL. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2001 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 2001 Mahindra CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2001 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | Suburban | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2040 mm |
