1993 Ford Scorpio vs. 2005 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
Because 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Scorpio. 2005 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Scorpio | 2005 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Scorpio | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
