1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1997 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1997 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 76 kg more than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 1997 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Scorpio | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |