1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 244 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 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Scorpio | Forester |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1674 mm |
