2003 Mahindra CL vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 549 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mahindra CL | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mahindra | SsangYong |
| Model | CL | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2490 mm |
