2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 14 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 760 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.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Mountaineer | Tempo |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |