1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Tempo | 407 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |
