1993 Ford Scorpio vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Scorpio | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scorpio | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
