2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2001 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 932 kg more than 2001 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 2001 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Hummer | Mahindra |
| Model | H3 | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2040 mm |
