2002 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 11 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 18 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (184 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Diamante | Highlander |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |