2002 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2005 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 607 is newer by 3 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, 2005 Peugeot 607 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 75 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.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 607. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2005 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Diamante | 607 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
