2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2007 Mahindra Scorpio and 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1154 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Golf, 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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. 2007 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2007 Mahindra Scorpio has manual transmission. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mahindra | Volkswagen |
Model | Scorpio | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2609 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2510 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |