1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 10 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 432 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 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Scorpio | Liberty |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |