2001 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 415 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (177 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lancer | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
