2000 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 305 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Diamante | Antara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 320 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
