2003 Ford Laser vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2003 Ford Laser 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 97 more horse power than 2003 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 445 kg more than 2003 Ford Laser. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Laser | 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Laser | Diamante |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |