2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 391 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2001 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mahindra |
| Model | Durango | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2040 mm |
