1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 285 kg more than 1994 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Scorpio | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Scorpio | Patrol |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 135 L |