2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 870 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (183 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mahindra | Subaru |
| Model | Scorpio | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1674 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
