1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 18 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Tempo | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1600 mm |
