2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 123 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mahindra CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1999 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 1999 Mahindra CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Taurus | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2040 mm |
