1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2002 Honda Legend
To start off, 2002 Honda Legend is newer by 7 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Legend weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Because 1995 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 1995 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Legend, 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, 2002 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Scorpio | 2002 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Scorpio | Legend |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2935 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |