2001 GMC Sonoma vs. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 310 kg more than 2001 GMC Sonoma.
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, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sonoma | 2006 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | GMC | Mahindra |
| Model | Sonoma | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
