1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W 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 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Scorpio | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Scorpio | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1495 mm |