1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 2008 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 153 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
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, 2008 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Scorpio | 2008 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Scorpio | F-150 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |