2004 Ford Focus vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 13 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 359 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (270 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1221 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
