2003 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2003 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, both 2003 Mahindra Scorpio and 2003 Buick Park Avenue were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP) has 132 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2003 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mahindra Scorpio will offer significantly more control. 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 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Scorpio. 2003 Buick Park Avenue 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 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mahindra Scorpio | 2003 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Mahindra | Buick |
Model | Scorpio | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2609 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 260 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |