2003 Honda Pilot vs. 2000 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra CL weights approximately 186 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot.
Because 2000 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra CL. 2003 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2000 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 2000 Mahindra CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Pilot | 2000 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Honda | Mahindra |
Model | Pilot | CL |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2522 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |