1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 635 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 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Scorpio | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
