2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 12 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 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 320 kg more than 1992 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | CTS | Sigma |
Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |