1996 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 210 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Diamante | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2475 mm |
