2003 Mahindra CL vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 53 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.
Because 2003 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mahindra CL | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2790 mm |
