1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 19 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 859 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.
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, 2011 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Tempo | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 246 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 | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2900 mm |
