1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1988 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tempo | ML |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
