2004 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, both 2004 Mahindra Scorpio and 2004 Panoz Esperante were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (317 HP) has 209 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 640 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2004 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mahindra Scorpio | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mahindra | Panoz |
| Model | Scorpio | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
