2009 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra CL weights approximately 107 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 2002 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2002 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Honda | Mahindra |
Model | Civic | CL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |