2004 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 2004 Mahindra Scorpio and 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (290 HP) has 182 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2004 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2004 Mahindra Scorpio has manual transmission. 2004 Mahindra Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mahindra Scorpio | 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Mahindra | Pontiac |
Model | Scorpio | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2609 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 290 HP |
Torque | 260 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |