2003 Honda Z vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2003 Honda Z 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 151 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 600 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Z | 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Z | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
