1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 2004 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2004 Samsung SM5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Scorpio (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Samsung SM5. 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, 1997 Ford Scorpio (293 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Scorpio | 2004 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Ford | Samsung |
Model | Scorpio | SM5 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |