2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 494 kg more than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (255 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 2006 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Dodge | Mahindra |
| Model | Ram | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2040 mm |
