2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
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 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mahindra | Subaru |
| Model | Scorpio | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2610 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 64 L |
