2007 Kia Rio vs. 2000 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 7 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, 2007 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra CL weights approximately 236 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
Because 2000 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Rio. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2000 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Kia | Mahindra |
| Model | Rio | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
