1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 2006 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 8 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. Both 1998 Ford Scorpio and 2006 Hyundai Trajet are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 651 kg more than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Because 1998 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 2006 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Scorpio | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
