1991 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (206 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (212 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Sigma | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
