1999 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 3 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 856 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Diamante | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
