2000 Fiat Scudo vs. 2002 Porsche 996
To start off, 2002 Porsche 996 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Scudo would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 996 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Fiat Scudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Scudo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 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, 2002 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Scudo | 2002 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Scudo | 996 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
