2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2000 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 8 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 678 kg more than 2000 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 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 2000 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Jeep | Mahindra |
| Model | Compass | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2040 mm |
