2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 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 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 234 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XJ | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
