1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 15 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 25 more horse power than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 52 kg more than 2010 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota RAV4 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, 2010 Toyota RAV4 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
