2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2001 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 93 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 Jeep Patriot. 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 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 2001 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Jeep | Mahindra |
| Model | Patriot | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2040 mm |
