1993 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 20 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 436 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Cadillac |
| Model | Sigma | XTS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2831 mm |
