1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1995 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 510 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1996 Ford Scorpio (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 1995 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Scorpio | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
