2000 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 1994 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
