1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 425 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Durango | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
