2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 521 kg more than 1991 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | TE-50 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
