1989 Ford Tempo vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1989 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1989 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 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, 2002 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Tempo | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Tempo | X5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
