2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, both 2006 BMW Z4 and 2006 Mahindra Scorpio were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 454 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2006 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | BMW | Mahindra |
| Model | Z4 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
