1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 426 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 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Scorpio | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
