1992 Ford Sierra vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Sierra | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Sierra | 996 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |