2004 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mahindra Scorpio would be higher. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (149 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 328 kg more than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mahindra Scorpio | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Mahindra | Nissan |
| Model | Scorpio | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
