2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 14 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1386 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fusion | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
