2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 696 kg more than 1987 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-250 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1598 cc |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2620 mm |