1992 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 15 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 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Sierra | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Sierra | LR3 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |