2008 BMW 523 vs. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mahindra Scorpio would be higher. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 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, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 2002 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | BMW | Mahindra |
| Model | 523 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
