1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 45 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Tempo | C4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
