2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1626 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Ford Ranger (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Ranger | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2040 mm |
