1993 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 157 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Sigma | Forester |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
