2003 BMW X5 vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 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, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X5 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
