2003 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Cobra would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1348 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (183 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
Make | AC | Mahindra |
Model | Cobra | Scorpio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1780 mm |