2001 Honda Life vs. 2004 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2004 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mahindra Scorpio (108 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. 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, 2004 Mahindra Scorpio (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Life | 2004 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | Life | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
