2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1994 Ford Scorpio

To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 15 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 349 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.

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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford E-250 1994 Ford Scorpio
Make Ford Ford
Model E-250 Scorpio
Year Released 2009 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4606 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 225 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 388 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 6030 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 2140 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3510 mm 2770 mm


 

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