1991 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 14 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 245 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, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 2005 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Sierra | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
