2003 Mahindra CL vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2003 Mahindra CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra CL weights approximately 366 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mahindra CL | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Mahindra | Marcos |
| Model | CL | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1120 mm |
