1991 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 21 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 771 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
