1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 13 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 30 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 303 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo. 2007 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Tempo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Tempo | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Tempo | Touran |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |