1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 240 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 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Tempo | 996 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |
