1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 20 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 670 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.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Tempo | X3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2797 mm |
