2002 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mahindra Scorpio would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 59 kg more than 2005 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, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mahindra Scorpio | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Mahindra | SsangYong |
Model | Scorpio | Rexton |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2609 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |