2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1201 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | HR-V | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 20.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 2510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 56 L |
