2006 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mahindra Scorpio | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mahindra | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scorpio | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
