2003 Ford Model U vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, both 2003 Ford Model U 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Model U (149 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Model U should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL.
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 Ford Model U (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Model U will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra CL. 2003 Ford Model U 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 Ford Model U will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Model U | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Ford | Mahindra |
Model | Model U | CL |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |