1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 11 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 780 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 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Scorpio | Pilot |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |