1991 Ford Scorpio vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
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, 1991 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Scorpio | 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Scorpio | F300 Life Jet |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3020 mm |
