2002 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2002 BMW Z8
To start off, both 2002 Mahindra Scorpio and 2002 BMW Z8 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 325 kg more than 2002 BMW Z8.
Because 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW Z8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mahindra Scorpio | 2002 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Mahindra | BMW |
| Model | Scorpio | Z8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
