1998 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant

To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 8 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Mitsubishi Diamante 2006 Mitsubishi Galant
Make Mitsubishi Mitsubishi
Model Diamante Galant
Year Released 1998 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2972 cc 2376 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2760 mm


 

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