2006 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 5 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, 2011 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mahindra Scorpio | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mahindra | Tata |
Model | Scorpio | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2607 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |