1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio would be higher. Both 1996 Ford Scorpio and 2000 Mazda Familia are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 6 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 1996 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 1996 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Scorpio | Familia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |