1999 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 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 14 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 83 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester. 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Diamante | Forester |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |