2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 2003 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mahindra Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mahindra Scorpio would be higher. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (120 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 207 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Defender | 2003 Mahindra Scorpio | |
Make | Land Rover | Mahindra |
Model | Defender | Scorpio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2609 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2690 mm |