1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 341 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 1987 Ford Sierra 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 1987 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage, 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Sierra | Sportage |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |