1996 Fiat Tempra vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1996 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Tempra | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Tempra | F-150 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 496 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |