2001 Lincoln LS vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 127 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lincoln LS 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 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lincoln LS | 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LS | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
