1993 Fiat Tempra vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Tempra.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Tempra. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1993 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1993 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Tempra | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 167 L |
