1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 2001 Ford TE-50
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 5 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1996 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 2001 Ford TE-50 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Scorpio | TE-50 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |