2000 Dodge Durango vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2000 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 739 kg more than 1996 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango 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, 2000 Dodge Durango (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
