2002 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2004 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2004 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mahindra Scorpio would be higher. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Toyota Ipsum.
Because 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Ipsum. 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 Mahindra Scorpio (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mahindra Scorpio | 2004 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
