FuelRunGod Posted October 10, 2007 Report Share Posted October 10, 2007 Which one does it for you? For me, the safari definately, its spacious, comfortable and handles better the scorpio. The scorpio has a very good engine, but then whats power without control. FRG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pryas Posted October 10, 2007 Report Share Posted October 10, 2007 I am totally Confused as both are good. if there was Innova i would have gone for it but now i thin after something i too will go for the new Safari 2.2 DICOR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zavo Posted October 10, 2007 Report Share Posted October 10, 2007 There's ABSOLUTELY no contest. The Scorpio wins HANDS DOWN!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuelRunGod Posted October 10, 2007 Author Report Share Posted October 10, 2007 Engine wise I agree with Zavo, but as a package. Nope. Different needs, different people and different opinions. FRG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zavo Posted October 10, 2007 Report Share Posted October 10, 2007 Ok I'll tell you guys where I am coming from. I use the Scorpio to travel to all the INRC Rally's. The car is laden to the brim with stuff, most of the times it spill's over to the rear seat as well. I have three people in the car, including me. I get an average of about 7-9 kmpl depending on how hard I press the loud pedal on the highway. I generally cruise between 90~130 km whenever I can. Overall package.. I'd say the scorpio wins over the truck.. oops I mean Safari. FRG I know you have your loyalties to the truck.. and me to mine..so I think we're gonna have to agree to disagree on this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rssh Posted October 10, 2007 Report Share Posted October 10, 2007 New tata because it is sp a c i o u s. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesapphire Posted October 10, 2007 Report Share Posted October 10, 2007 after the new 2.2 dicor its definately the safari with its mind blowing looks like a real SUV....before it was scorpio....but still mahindra is with some new technology i hope 2.2 of safari beats scorpio in engine also... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mndvishnu Posted October 10, 2007 Report Share Posted October 10, 2007 The Maintence and reliability of Safari is poor when compared with Scorpio . i am yet to check the new safari the showrrom and look at its performance but as rssh said its quite Spacious and have the Gutsy feeling. Its also Very Tempting at this Price. the New 2.2 Engine must be Better Fuel Efficient than the earlier 3.0 Liter . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rssh Posted October 10, 2007 Report Share Posted October 10, 2007 Well the updated interior and free revving engine is all you need from a SUv and if you add Space ,comfort and safety then there is no competition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pryas Posted October 10, 2007 Report Share Posted October 10, 2007 Yes New Scorpio is Definately a Value for Money Package. The Facelift was just Nominal change but the HEART has been Replaced with Better one the 2.2L DICOR. it aso has 4 wheel Drive VAriants also but i dont think this variant is available in Scorpio. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rssh Posted October 10, 2007 Report Share Posted October 10, 2007 Well its the new Safari. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pryas Posted October 10, 2007 Report Share Posted October 10, 2007 Very sorry about that silly mistake. thanks for telling me yes it is NEw Safari not Scorpio. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
princey Posted October 11, 2007 Report Share Posted October 11, 2007 Both excel in certain areas. Pros Safari-Interior space, seats, ride. Scorpio-Engine performance, Butch looks, reliability. Cons Safari-Reliability, Lacklusture engine, poor interior, quality issues, goes bust after 70,000km. Scorpio-Poor interior space, poor handling, brakes. The new 2.2L Safari if it makes up for these Cons could prove to be a competetor to Scorpio. But the Scorpio Eagle is in the pipeline too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rssh Posted October 11, 2007 Report Share Posted October 11, 2007 lets wait till next year and see ,i hope Autocar gives a complete test on Safari in the next issue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pryas Posted October 11, 2007 Report Share Posted October 11, 2007 thats true Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
princey Posted October 12, 2007 Report Share Posted October 12, 2007 Hopefully the new Scorpio will be out soon and we can have a shootout betn the two in Autocar! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jithesh Posted October 12, 2007 Report Share Posted October 12, 2007 As FRG said, its always different people and different interests. That's the advice I always give to anyone who asks me which is the best car in India. A car is really an extension of one's personality. You have to really feel good about the car you own or drive. I have always been a Jeep person. No matter how hard it tries, the Scorpio cannot hide its Jeep roots. One step into the car in the driving position will confirm this. I cannot get enough of Scorpio for this reason. The "car" is really crude to drive and this is actually appealing to many like me. I never used to miss a chance to lay my hands on the good old Mahindra Jeeps just to get the raw feel of driving. Sure you will get muscular cramps and the like, but that's the fun part of it. I think most cars are feminine and I think the Scorpio has a very masculine feel. As for me, the Safari is a shade on the fairer side with its good looks and European design. But as always... different people have different tastes... Jitz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
princey Posted October 12, 2007 Report Share Posted October 12, 2007 Great Jithesh, nice knowing people who appreciate old school SUV's. Absolutely spot on with the Scorpio. Let's say its the suited softer version of the jeep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durango Dude Posted October 14, 2007 Report Share Posted October 14, 2007 Hi FRG, Waiting for the month end when u guys( Autocarindia) are sure to come out with atleast a first drive of the Dicor 2.2 VTT. I feel that would be better than the Scorpio for the time being till Mahindra come out with its 2.2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jithesh Posted October 19, 2007 Report Share Posted October 19, 2007 Thanks for the support princey, I appreciate that. I have noticed that a lot of women drivers take a liking to the Scorpio and their number is increasing. I wonder what are the qualities they appreciate in that from their point of view. We've been talking about these macho stuff and all that, it would be great to know a lady's point of view as well. Jitz. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawk Posted October 19, 2007 Report Share Posted October 19, 2007 Its a matter of personal choice. For me Scorpio resembles more to a truck with hardly and body lines or flowing design but Safari definitely lives up to the image of an SUV. Moreover as FRG said what use is power without control which is the diff between American crs and European cars. Americans have never had a problem with power but they have always had a problem taking that power into a corner and that's why European cars are respected more. So its definitely Safari all the way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P_One Posted October 19, 2007 Report Share Posted October 19, 2007 ooo...time to "shclalom" the safari and the scorpio then, eh afterburner? hehehehe @ FRG, who's your money on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
princey Posted October 19, 2007 Report Share Posted October 19, 2007 Well to ans Jithesh I actually spoke to two Lady Scorpio drivers and this is what thay had to say. Macho image! Steering very light and very easy to handle in the city. High seating and better view of traffic ahead. Powerful and responsive engine. Lots of respect from other car goers. Attitude! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuelRunGod Posted October 19, 2007 Author Report Share Posted October 19, 2007 ooo...time to "shclalom" the safari and the scorpio then, eh afterburner? hehehehe@ FRG, who's your money on? Safari all the way man! FRGFuelRunGod2007-10-19 17:17:52 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viktheram Posted January 29, 2008 Report Share Posted January 29, 2008 Safari wins any day but I cant wait for the Sumo Grande to be launched. It is going to wipe out the Scorpio as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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