2002 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2002 Mahindra Scorpio and 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 325 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2002 Mahindra Scorpio has manual transmission. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mahindra Scorpio | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Scorpio | CLK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
