1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 315 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 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Tempo | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
