1991 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 18 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 50 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Sigma | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
