2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 6 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 853 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra CL. 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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. 2009 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Terracan | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mahindra |
| Model | Terracan | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |
