1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 19 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 48 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
