1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Scorpio | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Scorpio | C |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1459 mm |