1989 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 24 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1029 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Sierra | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Sierra | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2895 mm |