1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR is newer by 7 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 257 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJR | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XJR | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
