1993 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Ford Sierra. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 355 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 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Sierra. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Sierra | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
