2003 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1999 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2003 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mahindra Scorpio (108 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 750 kg more than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. 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 Mahindra Scorpio (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mahindra Scorpio | 1999 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Mahindra | Nissan |
| Model | Scorpio | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
