2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2002 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1408 kg more than 2002 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2002 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Land Rover | Mahindra |
Model | Defender | CL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2040 mm |