1999 Ford Contour vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 228 kg more than 1999 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Contour | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Contour | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
