1991 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 15 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 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.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
