2006 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1997 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 711 kg more than 1997 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler Town & Country (324 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Town & Country | 1997 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Scorpio |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |