2006 Nissan Titan vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (129 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 345 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (204 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Titan | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Titan | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2540 mm |
