2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 992 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 1998 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Scorpio |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1440 mm |