2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 595 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Rexton.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. 2011 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2007 Mahindra Scorpio has manual transmission. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mahindra | SsangYong |
| Model | Scorpio | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.2 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2610 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 78 L |
