2004 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2004 Renault Laguna

To start off, both 2004 Mahindra Scorpio and 2004 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (141 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 310 kg more than 2004 Renault Laguna.

Because 2004 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Laguna. 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 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. 2004 Renault Laguna 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 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mahindra Scorpio 2004 Renault Laguna
Make Mahindra Renault
Model Scorpio Laguna
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2609 cc 2188 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 141 HP
Torque 260 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2630 mm


 

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