2001 Citroen Osee vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 4 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Osee. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Osee.
Because 2001 Citroen Osee 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 2001 Citroen Osee. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Osee. (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Osee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Osee | 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Osee | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
