1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (281 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | Viano |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3210 mm |
