2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2007 Mahindra Scorpio and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio.
Because 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Scorpio | SLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
