1991 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 16 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | SLK |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
