1993 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (376 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1993 Ford Sierra. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 280 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Sierra. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Sierra | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Sierra | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.7:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 89 L |