1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 17 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 701 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Scorpio | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Scorpio | Silverado |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2935 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1875 mm |