1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 12 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Quest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Quest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | Quest |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3160 mm |
