1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 2009 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 13 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 90 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 2009 Infiniti QX56 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 2009 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Scorpio | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2010 mm |
