2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 847 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1995 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
