2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 15 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 3 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 10 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sportage | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
