2004 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, both 2004 BMW 320 and 2004 Mahindra Scorpio were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 420 kg more than 2004 BMW 320.
Because 2004 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 2004 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | BMW | Mahindra |
| Model | 320 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
