1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2001 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2001 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 92 kg more than 2001 Ford Falcon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2001 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Scorpio | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
