2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1988 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1988 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-150 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2620 mm |
