1993 Ford Tempo vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1993 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Tempo weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Tempo. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Tempo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Tempo | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Tempo | Pilot |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |