1991 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 200 kg more than 1991 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Jaguar |
| Model | Sigma | XK |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
