1989 Ford Tempo vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 17 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 775 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 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 1989 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Tempo | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Tempo | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
