1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 2004 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2004 Mahindra CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra CL weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Because 2004 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mahindra CL will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 2004 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Scorpio | CL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
