2007 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, both 2007 BMW 325 and 2007 Mahindra Scorpio were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 910 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (183 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mahindra Scorpio has manual transmission. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
Make | BMW | Mahindra |
Model | 325 | Scorpio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |