2002 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1999 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Passat (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Passat (316 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mahindra Scorpio | 1999 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mahindra | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scorpio | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
