2002 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 325 kg more than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mahindra Scorpio | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mahindra | Nissan |
| Model | Scorpio | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
