2004 Xedos 9 vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (129 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1992 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 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (204 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Xedos | Ford |
| Model | 9 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
