1993 Audi V8 vs. 1993 Ford Sierra
To start off, both 1993 Audi V8 and 1993 Ford Sierra were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1993 Ford Sierra. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi V8 weights approximately 618 kg more than 1993 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 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, 1993 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Sierra. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Audi V8 | 1993 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | V8 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |