1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 630 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.
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, 2006 Nissan Titan, 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Scorpio | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Scorpio | Titan |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2935 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 514 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |