1992 Ford Scorpio vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 19 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1554 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Scorpio. 2011 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Scorpio | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Scorpio | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2809 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3302 mm |
