2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1993 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1993 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1993 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (398 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1993 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2540 mm |
