2001 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 6 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 70 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante. 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
Model | Diamante | 407 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |