2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1993 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1993 Ford Tempo. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 755 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1993 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Mountaineer | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2540 mm |
