2002 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. Both 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante and 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero are equipped with a 3,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Diamante | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
