1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 2007 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2007 Infiniti QX56 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 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 QX56 (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti QX56 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 QX56 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Scorpio | QX56 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |