1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1998 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Scorpio | 993 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
