1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 38 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Scorpio | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Scorpio | Hilux |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |