1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2003 Mahindra CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra CL weights approximately 252 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
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, 2003 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Terios | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mahindra |
Model | Terios | CL |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2040 mm |