2002 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2003 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2003 Toyota Prius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 126 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 310 kg more than 2003 Toyota Prius. 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2003 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Diamante | Prius |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
