2007 Kia K2700 vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, both 2007 Kia K2700 and 2007 Mahindra Scorpio were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2007 Kia K2700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia K2700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will offer significantly more control. 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 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia K2700 | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Kia | Mahindra |
| Model | K2700 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 34.8 seconds | 20.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 56 L |
