2003 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP) has 128 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 836 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Scorpio. 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2010 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mahindra Scorpio | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3250 mm |
