1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa 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. Both 1995 Ford Scorpio and 2004 Toyota Previa are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 539 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, 2004 Toyota Previa, 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 Toyota Previa (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Scorpio | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Scorpio | Previa |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |