1994 Fiat Tempra vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 178 kg more than 1994 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Tempra | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
