2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 15 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 399 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taurus X | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |
