2002 Ford F-250 vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2003 Mahindra CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1048 kg more than 2003 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra CL. 2002 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2003 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 2003 Mahindra CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford F-250 | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | F-250 | CL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2040 mm |
