1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1484 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Scorpio | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Scorpio | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1955 mm |