2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2003 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 759 kg more than 2003 SsangYong Rexton.
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, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 2003 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Mahindra | SsangYong |
Model | Scorpio | Rexton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2609 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2610 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |