1993 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 16 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Sigma | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
