2002 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Diamante | Tundra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3270 mm |