1991 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 522 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sigma | CL |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2954 mm |
