1991 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 19 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1162 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
