2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 16 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 371 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colorado | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
