1996 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC60 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC60 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.
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1996 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Diamante | XC60 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2774 mm |