2009 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 161 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.
Because 2001 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2001 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | Accord | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 199 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
