2009 Mercury Sable vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 362 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Sable | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sable | Sigma |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |