1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 685 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.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Scorpio | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1712 mm |
