1996 Fiat Scudo vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Scudo would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 865 kg more than 1996 Fiat Scudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Scudo | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Scudo | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
