2003 Mahindra CL vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2003 Mahindra CL and 2003 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1098 kg more than 2003 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mahindra CL | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mahindra | Volkswagen |
Model | CL | Touareg |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2523 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2860 mm |