2001 AC Aceca vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 5 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 274 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.
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, 2001 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Scorpio |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |