2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 698 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 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Kia | Mahindra |
| Model | Sportage | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2040 mm |
