1990 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX is newer by 17 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Because 2007 Infiniti FX 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, 2007 Infiniti FX 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, 2007 Infiniti FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra. 2007 Infiniti FX 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. 2007 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Sierra | 2007 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Sierra | FX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
