2002 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 132 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mahindra Scorpio | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mahindra | Nissan |
| Model | Scorpio | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2042 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3200 mm |
