1999 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2000 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Diamante | Dion |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
