2009 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 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, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1481 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord 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. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | Accord | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 2610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 56 L |
