1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 8 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 725 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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Scorpio | 2003 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Scorpio | Safari |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |