2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (122 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 399 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mercury |
| Model | Scorpio | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
