2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2007 Mahindra Scorpio and 2007 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 824 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Mahindra | Volkswagen |
Model | Scorpio | Caddy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2609 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 13.5:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.2 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2510 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |