1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Scorpio (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 692 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Aygo, 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, 1997 Ford Scorpio (293 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
