1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 10 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 436 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Scorpio | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
