1991 Ford Sierra vs. 2000 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2000 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 9 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 340 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, 2000 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 2000 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Sierra | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
