2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra CL weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2000 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | Punto | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2040 mm |
