2002 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX 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, 2002 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura MDX | 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | MDX | Diamante |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |