1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 9 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 241 kg more than 1996 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (202 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
