2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 9 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 108 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.
Because 2000 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2000 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mahindra |
| Model | C3 | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
