2003 Holden Rodeo vs. 2005 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2005 Mahindra CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Rodeo would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Rodeo (145 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Rodeo should accelerate faster than 2005 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 Holden Rodeo (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Rodeo | 2005 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Holden | Mahindra |
| Model | Rodeo | CL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2040 mm |
