2004 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 5 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (269 HP) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio.
Because 2004 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Venza. 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, 2009 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. 2009 Toyota Venza 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. 2009 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mahindra Scorpio | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | Venza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 269 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
