1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 583 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 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Scorpio | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
