The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox:
Manual
Manual
Engine:
2.3 Diesel
2.0 Diesel
Performance
Power:
67 HP
136 HP
Torque:
139 NM
280 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
19.1 seconds
9.9 seconds
BMW 3 series is a more dynamic driving. Ford Sierra engine produces 69 HP less power than BMW 3 series, whereas torque is 141 NM less than BMW 3 series. Due to the lower power, Ford Sierra reaches 100 km/h speed 9.2 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
6.7
5.7
The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Ford Sierra consumes 1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Ford Sierra could require 150 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
60 litres
63 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
890 km in combined cycle
1100 km in combined cycle
BMW 3 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Dimensions
Length:
4.42 m
4.47 m
Width:
1.69 m
1.74 m
Height:
1.41 m
1.42 m
Ford Sierra is smaller. Ford Sierra is 5 cm shorter than the BMW 3 series, 5 cm narrower, while the height of Ford Sierra is 1 cm lower.
