1995 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 239 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (302 Nm). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Diamante | Montero |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
