1993 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 616 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (92 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sigma | Passat |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
