1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 21 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 421 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
