1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, both 1998 Jaguar XKR and 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 1998 Jaguar XKR 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 1998 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XKR | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
Model | XKR | Diamante |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 310 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |