1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 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 2,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 779 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.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Scorpio | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |