1999 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 5 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 77 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Xedos |
| Model | Diamante | 9 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
