2000 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 BMW 320.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 2006 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | BMW | Mahindra |
| Model | 320 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
