2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mahindra Scorpio would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 673 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
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, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. 2008 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2006 Mahindra Scorpio has manual transmission. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus | 2006 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Taurus | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
