2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1988 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 21 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Sierra weights approximately 44 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra. 2009 Ford E-250 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. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford E-250 | 1988 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | E-250 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2620 mm |