2007 Lada Niva vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra CL weights approximately 17 kg more than 2007 Lada Niva.
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, 2003 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lada Niva | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Lada | Mahindra |
| Model | Niva | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2040 mm |
