2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 14 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 350 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.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1995 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
