2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2002 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 249 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.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2002 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | Colorado | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2040 mm |
