2001 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 151 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Diamante | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |