2003 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mahindra Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mahindra Scorpio would be higher. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mahindra Scorpio | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
