2005 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2005 Hyundai Trajet

To start off, both 2005 Mahindra Scorpio and 2005 Hyundai Trajet were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 29 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Trajet.

Because 2005 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mahindra Scorpio (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. 2005 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 2005 Mahindra Scorpio has manual transmission. 2005 Mahindra Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mahindra Scorpio 2005 Hyundai Trajet
Make Mahindra Hyundai
Model Scorpio Trajet
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2609 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 111 HP
Torque 260 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1881 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2840 mm


 

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