1997 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (477 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 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 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (641 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Diamante | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 477 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 641 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |