1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2004 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2004 Honda Pilot is newer by 9 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), 2004 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 493 kg more than 2004 Honda Pilot.
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, 2004 Honda Pilot, 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, 2004 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio. 2004 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2004 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Scorpio | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
