1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 11 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 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 61 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Scorpio | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 2377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
