2006 Acura MDX vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 196 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MDX | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
