1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 16 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (261 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1997 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Scorpio | X5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1776 mm |
