2009 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 2 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 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 1015 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | BMW | Mahindra |
| Model | 325 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 20.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 56 L |
