2007 Ford Focus vs. 1993 Ford Scorpio

To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 19 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1993 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 1993 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Scorpio.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Focus 1993 Ford Scorpio
Make Ford Ford
Model Focus Scorpio
Year Released 2007 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1753 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 113 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 1850 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 90.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1296 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2770 mm


 

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