2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 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 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 203 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat, 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 (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mahindra | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scorpio | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.2 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2510 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
