1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1994 Xedos 6
To start off, 1994 Xedos 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 25 kg more than 1994 Xedos 6.
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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Xedos 6. 1994 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Tempo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1994 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Xedos |
| Model | Tempo | 6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
