1989 Ford Tempo vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1989 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 390 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 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Tempo | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
