2003 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, both 2003 Audi A8 and 2003 Mahindra CL were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 518 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra CL. 2003 Audi A8 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. 2003 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Audi | Mahindra |
Model | A8 | CL |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2040 mm |