2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2007 Mahindra Scorpio and 2007 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1219 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3.
Because 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 183 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mazda |
| Model | Scorpio | 3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
