1991 Ford Sierra vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1991 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | 220 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
