1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 13 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 370 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, 2011 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Scorpio | IS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1425 mm |
