1992 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 21 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 810 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Sierra | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Sierra | Panamera |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |