1992 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 102 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sigma | Passat |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
