2008 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 1 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, 2008 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1325 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
Because 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Rio. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Kia | Mahindra |
| Model | Rio | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 56 L |
