1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 243 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Scorpio | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
