2003 Mahindra CL vs. 1998 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2003 Mahindra CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra CL weights approximately 138 kg more than 1998 Nissan Rasheen.
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 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. 1998 Nissan Rasheen 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. 1998 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mahindra CL | 1998 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Mahindra | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
