1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 20 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3510 mm |
