2002 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2002 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, both 2002 Mahindra Scorpio and 2002 Pontiac Aztek were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Aztek (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Aztek.
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, 2002 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. 2002 Pontiac Aztek 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 Pontiac Aztek will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mahindra Scorpio | 2002 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Mahindra | Pontiac |
| Model | Scorpio | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
