1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 16 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1041 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Scorpio 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Make Ford Mercedes-Benz
Model Scorpio Sprinter
Year Released 1995 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2499 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 114 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1607 kg 2648 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 6939 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 2024 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 2814 mm


 

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