1993 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 78 kg more than 1993 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Sigma | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
