2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 72 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sportage | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
