2000 Lexus ES vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2000 Lexus ES is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Lexus ES. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Lexus ES. 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus ES. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus ES | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | ES | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
