1993 Ford Scorpio vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1211 kg more than 1993 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Scorpio. 2010 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Scorpio | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Scorpio | Expedition |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3023 mm |