1992 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 19 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1992 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Sigma | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3023 mm |
