1990 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Sierra weights approximately 99 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.
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, 2006 Lotus Exige (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Sierra | 2006 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Sierra | Exige |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |