2006 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mahindra Scorpio would be higher. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 276 kg more than 2007 Seat Altea.
Because 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. 2007 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 2006 Mahindra Scorpio has manual transmission. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mahindra Scorpio | 2007 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Mahindra | Seat |
| Model | Scorpio | Altea |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
