1991 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 18 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 810 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
