2007 BMW 523 vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, both 2007 BMW 523 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 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (121 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2007 BMW 523.
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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
Make | BMW | Mahindra |
Model | 523 | 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 | 175 HP | 121 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |