2002 Kia Retona vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2002 Kia Retona is newer by 9 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 85 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 396 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Retona | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Retona | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
