2006 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 6 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 661 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Terracan.
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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mahindra Scorpio | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Mahindra | Hyundai |
| Model | Scorpio | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 98 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
