2003 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 7 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 231 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.

Because 2010 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Mitsubishi Diamante 2010 Nissan Frontier
Make Mitsubishi Nissan
Model Diamante Frontier
Year Released 2003 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3495 cc 3953 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 313 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1329 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3200 mm


 

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