1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2009 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2009 Lancia Phedra is newer by 15 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 16 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Phedra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 541 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, 2009 Lancia Phedra (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 2009 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Tempo | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
