1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Scorpio | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
