2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 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 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 590 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1995 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-350 | Scorpio |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5398 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |