1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 12 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1326 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.

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, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Ford Scorpio 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
Make Ford Chevrolet
Model Scorpio Tahoe
Year Released 1998 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 118 HP 320 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 2556 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 5131 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 2007 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1953 mm


 

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