1993 Ford Scorpio vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1993 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Scorpio | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Scorpio | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
