1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 13 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 77 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307.
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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Tempo | 307 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
