2005 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2005 Mahindra Scorpio and 2005 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (152 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 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 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mahindra Scorpio | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mahindra | Nissan |
| Model | Scorpio | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2400 mm |
