1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 723 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 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Scorpio | CTS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
