2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (121 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 930 kg more than 2011 Toyota Camry.
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, 2011 Toyota Camry, 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, 2011 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
