1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,950 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 weights approximately 330 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.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Scorpio | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Scorpio | C30 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |