1998 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 9 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (287 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 610 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 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Diamante | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |