1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 14 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, 1995 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 700 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 1995 Ford Scorpio (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scorpio | Citi |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
