1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 20 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1079 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Sierra | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |
