2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 11 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-350 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1440 mm |
