2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 102 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1998 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Scorpio |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |