2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 2 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 194 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
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, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Mahindra | Nissan |
Model | Scorpio | Xterra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2609 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2510 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 80 L |