1991 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 22 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1045 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Cadillac |
| Model | Sigma | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3302 mm |
