1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 10 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1049 kg more than 1992 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tempo | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
