2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2003 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mahindra Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mahindra Scorpio would be higher. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (138 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 218 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V.
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, 2007 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2003 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | CR-V | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
