1993 Ford Sierra vs. 1991 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1993 Ford Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1993 Ford Sierra. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 574 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.
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, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Sierra. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Sierra. 1991 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Sierra | 1991 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Sierra | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
