2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 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 7 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 167 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 251 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Santa Fe | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2657 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
