1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 11 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 748 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 2009 Jeep Patriot 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Scorpio | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
