2000 Holden Berlina vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2000 Holden Berlina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2000 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Berlina. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Berlina | 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Berlina | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
