1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 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 4 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 41 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volkswagen CC, 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 (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scorpio | CC |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
