1990 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 980 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra. 2006 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Sierra | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
