2003 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Edge weights approximately 292 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante. 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, 2011 Ford Edge (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2011 Ford Edge | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Diamante | Edge |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2824 mm |