2004 Ford Focus vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 11 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 238 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
