1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 12 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 23 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 123 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V 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 (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Scorpio | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
