2003 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante.
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, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
| Model | Diamante | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
