1998 Peugeot 605 vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 605 is newer by 4 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 605 | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 605 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
