2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra CL weights approximately 224 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2003 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | Corvette | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6996 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 644 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2040 mm |
