2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1243 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 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra CL. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2003 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 2003 Mahindra CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mahindra |
| Model | Range Rover | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2545 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2040 mm |
