2004 Ford Taurus vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus 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 20 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taurus | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
