2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1306 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio 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, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mahindra | Nissan |
| Model | Scorpio | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2610 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |
