2001 Kia Visto vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2003 Mahindra CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Visto would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Visto (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Visto should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra CL weights approximately 498 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto.
Because 2003 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Visto | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Kia | Mahindra |
| Model | Visto | CL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2040 mm |
