2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 229 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2540 mm |
