2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra CL weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento.
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 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra CL. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2000 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 2000 Mahindra CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2000 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Kia | Mahindra |
| Model | Sorento | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2040 mm |
