2006 Honda Element vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 13 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 19 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 516 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Element | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
