1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 22 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, 2009 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 425 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2009 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Sierra | Carens |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
