1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 307 kg more than 1992 Ford Tempo.
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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Tempo | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
