2003 Mahindra CL vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2003 Mahindra CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra CL weights approximately 358 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Because 2003 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Pod. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mahindra CL | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Pod |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
