2003 Mahindra CL vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 238 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mahindra CL | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mahindra | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Armada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3140 mm |
