1988 Ford Sierra vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 526 kg more than 1988 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Sierra | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sierra | E |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |