2004 BMW 525 vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 13 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 619 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, 2004 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
