1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 18 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (222 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1381 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Scorpio | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.38:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2085 mm |
