2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Mahindra | Mazda |
Model | Scorpio | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2609 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.2 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2510 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |