2009 Kia Cerato vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2009 Kia Cerato is newer by 18 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 (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cerato. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 206 kg more than 2009 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cerato. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cerato | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cerato | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
