2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 817 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition 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 2004 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Expedition | Diamante |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 310 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |