2000 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 99 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 757 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Diamante | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |