1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 16 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti EX weights approximately 262 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio. 2012 Infiniti EX 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. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Scorpio | EX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1572 mm |