1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 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 37 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 344 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Scorpio | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1212 kg |
