2003 Mahindra CL vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra CL weights approximately 267 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mahindra CL | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mahindra | Suzuki |
| Model | CL | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2210 mm |
