2003 Ford Econovan 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 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2003 Ford Econovan. 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, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (183 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Econovan | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Econovan | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
