1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 3 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Scorpio | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
