2008 Honda Stream vs. 2005 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra CL weights approximately 186 kg more than 2008 Honda Stream.
Because 2005 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Stream. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 2005 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | Stream | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2040 mm |
