1992 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 908 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 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Sierra | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2774 mm |
