1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Fiat Tempra | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tempra | G |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |