2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2003 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, both 2003 Land Rover Discovery and 2003 Mahindra Scorpio were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Scorpio. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2003 Mahindra Scorpio has manual transmission. 2003 Mahindra Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Discovery | 2003 Mahindra Scorpio | |
Make | Land Rover | Mahindra |
Model | Discovery | Scorpio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4553 cc | 2609 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |