1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2002 Lexus SC
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC 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 4,291 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 130 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2002 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Scorpio | SC |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
