2005 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 2005 Mahindra Scorpio and 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Mahindra Scorpio (108 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 720 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mahindra Scorpio 2005 Toyota Corolla
Make Mahindra Toyota
Model Scorpio Corolla
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2609 cc 1364 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 90 HP
Torque 260 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2610 mm


 

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