1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2003 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2003 Toyota Camry 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 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Camry. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 194 kg more than 2003 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Toyota Camry, 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, 1995 Ford Scorpio (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2003 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | Camry |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
