1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Scorpio would be higher. Both 1994 Ford Scorpio and 1997 Toyota Avensis are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1994 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
