1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 800 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 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Scorpio | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1712 mm |