1998 Ford Maverick vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Maverick | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
