1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1991 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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK8 | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XK8 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
