2004 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, both 2004 Mahindra Scorpio and 2004 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,916 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP) has 202 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 732 kg more than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mahindra Scorpio 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Mahindra Volkswagen
Model Scorpio Touareg
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2609 cc 4916 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 108 HP 310 HP
Torque 260 Nm 750 Nm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 2642 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2860 mm


 

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