2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mahindra Scorpio would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 788 kg more than 2008 Maserati Spyder.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Mahindra | Maserati |
| Model | Scorpio | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.2 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2510 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 88 L |
