1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 14 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 483 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, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio. 2010 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Scorpio | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
