1992 Ford Scorpio vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Scorpio | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Scorpio | SLK |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
