2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2002 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mahindra |
| Model | C5 | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |
