2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2002 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 7 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra CL weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2002 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2002 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | Captiva | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
