1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 6 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. 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 16 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Ford Focus, 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, 2002 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 2002 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Scorpio | Focus |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |