2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Mahindra CL

To start off, both 2003 Dodge Viper 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 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 221 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 2003 Dodge Viper. 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 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra CL.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Dodge Viper 2003 Mahindra CL
Make Dodge Mahindra
Model Viper CL
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8195 cc 2523 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 500 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3200 RPM
Torque 712 Nm 165 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1523 kg 1302 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 3360 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1460 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2040 mm


 

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