2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 58 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 662 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mahindra |
| Model | Ram | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5883 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2040 mm |
