2003 Jaguar XK vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 268 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XK (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XK | 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XK | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
