1995 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2004 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Forenza 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2004 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Diamante | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
