2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mahindra Scorpio would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (318 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (121 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 585 kg more than 2012 BMW 640.
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, 2012 BMW 640 (450 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. 2012 BMW 640 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. 2012 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Mahindra | BMW |
Model | Scorpio | 640 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5007 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |