1989 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1021 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (238 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Titan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
