1989 Ford Tempo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1989 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 168 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Tempo | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tempo | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
