2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 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 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 443 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mahindra |
| Model | Ram | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2040 mm |
