1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 2007 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX is newer by 9 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
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, 2007 Infiniti FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Scorpio | 2007 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Scorpio | FX |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |