1998 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 766 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Diamante | Titan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 514 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3560 mm |