2006 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG TF would be higher. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 580 kg more than 2005 MG TF.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mahindra Scorpio | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Mahindra | MG |
| Model | Scorpio | TF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
