Mahindra recently launched the new Scorpio and it is new in almost every respect. It comes with an all new chassis. The exteriors and interiors have been redesigned too. Even the suspension has been re-tuned to give the car better dynamics. The new car looks more sharp, bold and aggressive than the outgoing car. The Tata Safari Storme on the other hand is the third generation of the car and is based on Aria.
We do a spec comparison of the Mahindra Scorpio vs Tata Safari Storme
Mahindra Scorpio Safety vs. Tata Safari Storme Safety
- Number of Airbags22
- Engine Immobilizer and Central LockingYesYes
- Parking AssistanceYes, Rear sensors with cameraYes, Rear sensors
- Child Safety LocksYesYes
- Door Ajar WarningYesYes
- Hill AssistYesNo
- ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)YesYes
- ESP (Electronic Safety Program)NoNo
- EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)NoNo
- EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)YesYes
Mahindra Scorpio Exterior vs. Tata Safari Storme Exterior
- HeadlightsHalogenProjector
- Front Fog LightsYesYes
- Rear Wash / WiperYesYes
- Rear DefoggerYesYes
- WheelsAlloyAlloy
- ORVMs (Outside Rear-view Mirrors)Internal adjustment-Electric with foldingInternal adjustment - Electric
- Turn Indicators on ORVMsYesYes
Mahindra Scorpio Interior vs. Tata Safari Storme Interior
- Power WindowsAll WindowsAll Windows
- Power SteeringYesYes, Hydraulic Power
- Instrument ConsoleAnalog + DigitalAnalog + Digital
- Adjustable Steering ColumnYes, RakeYes, Rake
- Seats MaterialLeatherFabric
- Leather Wrapped SteeringNoNo
- Multifunction Steering WheelYesYes
- Sun VisorDriver & Front PassengerDriver & Front Passenger
- Seat Height AdjustmentManual AdjustmentManual Adjustment
- Start / Stop ButtonYesNo
- Rear Center ArmrestYesYes
- ClockYes, DigitalYes, Digital
Mahindra Scorpio Comfort vs. Tata Safari Storme Comfort
- Navigation SystemYesNo
- Ventilation SystemYes, Fully automatic climate controlManual Air conditioning with cooling and heating
- Automatic HeadlampsYesNo
- Boot-lid OpenerInternalInternal, With Remote
- Fuel-lid OpenerInternalInternal
- 12v Power OutletYes, 2Yes, 3
- Second Row AC VentsYesYes
- Adjustable HeadrestsYes, All RowsYes, All Rows
- CD / MP3 / DVD PlayerYesYes
- FM RadioYesYes
- BluetoothYesYes
- USB CompatibilityYesYes
- iPod CompatibilityNoNo
- Aux-in CompatibilityYesYes
- Cup HoldersYes, Front & RearYes
- Keyless EntryYes, Smart KeyYes, Remote
- Cooled GloveboxYesNo
- Infotainment ScreenYes, Touch SensitiveNo
Mahindra Scorpio Instrumentation vs. Tata Safari Storme Instrumentation
- TachometerYes, AnalogYes, Analog
- OdometerYes, DigitalYes, Digital
- Average Fuel ConsumptionYesNo
- Average SpeedYesNo
- TripmeterYesYes
- Distance to EmptyYesNo
- Fuel GaugeYes, DigitalYes, Analog
- Engine Malfunction LightYesYes
- SpeedometerYes, AnalogYes, Analog
- Key Off ReminderYesYes
- Headlight ReminderYesYes
- Low Fuel WarningYesYes
- Fasten Seat Belt WarningYesYes
Mahindra Scorpio Dimensions and Weights vs. Tata Safari Storme Dimensions and Weights
- Length4456 mm4655 mm
- Width1695 mm1965 mm
- Height1495 mm1937 mm
- Wheelbase2600 mm2650 mm
- Ground Clearance180 mm200 mm
- Fuel Tank Capacity60 litres63 litres
Mahindra Scorpio Body vs. Tata Safari Storme Body
- Seating Capacity57
- Body TypeSUVSUV
- Doors55
Mahindra Scorpio Engine vs. Tata Safari Storme Engine
- Cylinder ConfigurationIn-lineIn-line
- Cylinders44
- Displacement2179 cc2179 cc
- Power (PS @ RPM)120@4000140@4000
- Torque (Nm@RPM)280@1800-2800320@1700
- Engine LocationFront, LongitudinalFront, Longitudinal
- Fuel SystemInjectionInjection
- Emission NormBS IV g/kmBS IV g/km
- Fuel TypeDieselDiesel
- ARAI Certified Mileage15.4 km/litre13 km/litre
Mahindra Scorpio Transmission vs. Tata Safari Storme Transmission
- DrivetrainAWD (All Wheel Drive) with Shift on FlyAWD (All Wheel Drive) with Shift on Fly and Limited Slip Differential
- TypeAutomaticManual
- Gears65
Mahindra Scorpio Brakes/Wheels and Tyres vs. Tata Safari Storme Brakes/Wheels and Tyres
- Front BrakesVentilated DiscVentilated Disc
- Rear BrakesDrumDisc
- Front Tyre & Rim235/65 R17235/65 R16
- Rear Tyre & Rim235/65 R17235/65 R16
The specification sheet has been prepared by comparing Mahindra Scorpio S10 AWD AT with Tata Safari VX 4X4.
Mahindra Scorpio Vs Tata Safari Storme (Design and Exterior)
The Mahindra Scorpio stands out with its all new exterior and there is nothing plain and understated about it. The looks of the car are very striking and may not be to everyone’s taste. The Safari on the other hand looks more understated in comparison, it gets a new body cladding, the rear tyre has been removed and the nose gets a long chrome strip bezel. The new grill makes the car look less masculine than it previously was. Safari’s exterior has undergone many changes since its inception. However, the changes have been very cosmetic and it looks aged due to its overall very same body structure. You would really need to look carefully to find any changes between the new and old Safari.
Despite the fact that the Scorpio has the same body structure like its predecessor, it has come a long way in terms of overall exterior design and looks more refreshed due to the major modifications to its headlights, grille, bumper and taillight. Safari maintains the same overall body structure and looks aged due to the reason that the changes made to the exterior are very subtle.
Mahindra Scorpio Vs Tata Safari Storme (Interior and Features)
The Tata Safari Storme has very roomy cabin. The dashboard is low, the driver seat is placed high, the car with its large windows gives the driver a good all round visibility. The quality of the plastics used is top notch and are very well designed. Ìn terms of equipment though it lags too far behind the Scorpio. Where the Safari gets a single din aftermarket audio system, the Scorpio gets the custom touch screen from the XUV with provides facilities like the satellite navigation, tyre pressure monitor and trip meter etc.
The quality of the plastics used in Scorpio is top notch and comes in beige and black colour. The Safari gets a wood finish on its interiors and the design is flush unlike the Scorpio which has a boxy feel. The front passengers do not get much storage space in Scorpio.
Mahindra Scorpio Vs Tata Safari Storme (Engine and Gearbox)
Both the cars get a 2.2 litre four cylinder diesel engine. The power and torque figures of the Tata Safari’s VariCOR engine are better than the Scorpio on paper. The Tata Safari offer 140 PS of power at 4000 RPM and 320 Nm of torque at 1700 RPM. The Scorpio’s engine offers 122 PS of power at 4000 RPM and 290 Nm of torque at 1800 RPM.
Mahindra Scorpio Vs Tata Safari Storme (Safety features and Mileage)
The cars offer high-end and basic safety features like Anti-Lock Braking system, child safety locks, central locking, two airbags, engine immobilizer etc. In addition, the cars also offer passive safety features like low fuel warning lamp, fasten seat belt warning, door ajar warning etc. The Safari as well as Scorpio offer Anti-lock braking system coupled with EBD.
The Mahindra Scorpio offers slightly better mileage at 15.4kmpl than the Tata Safari Storme which offers 13kmpl; this is perhaps due to the slightly low kerb weight of the Scorpio.
A full comparison of features can also be found here.
Verdict
Mahindra has done a pretty decent job with the latest Scorpio. It’s no nonsense SUV that has improved in almost every department. In the interiors and handling department it significantly stands out in comparison to its predecessor. In terms of features too, the car offers an overall better package in comparison to the Tata Safari Storme.
The Safari has its own fan following and is an accomplished SUV in almost every respect. However, the equipment level of the car is not great when compared to Scorpio. Even the looks of the car does not work very well and the car looks somewhat old standing alongside Scorpio.
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