1993 Ford Sierra vs. 1993 Peugeot 309
To start off, both 1993 Ford Sierra and 1993 Peugeot 309 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Sierra (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 309. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Sierra weights approximately 280 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 309, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Sierra (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 309. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Sierra | 1993 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Sierra | 309 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
