2006 BMW X3 vs. 1990 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1990 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1990 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
