2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 300 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mobilio | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
