2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (121 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2008 Toyota Corolla, 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 (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
