1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (105 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tempo | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
