2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 17 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 504 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | E-250 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2730 mm |
