2001 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 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 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante. 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 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.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Diamante | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2451 mm |