2002 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 10 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio.
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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 825 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. 2012 Ford F-450 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. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mahindra Scorpio | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Ford |
| Model | Scorpio | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 4379 mm |
