1995 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 14 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 104 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Hilux. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Diamante | Hilux |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |