2008 Ford Escape vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape is newer by 16 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 41 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Escape weights approximately 245 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Escape | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escape | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
