1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2008 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 13 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, 2008 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 681 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Because 2008 Suzuki Forenza 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, 2008 Suzuki Forenza 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2008 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Scorpio | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
