2002 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Falcon weights approximately 213 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.
Because 2003 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Falcon. 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, 2002 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Falcon | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Falcon | CL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2040 mm |
