2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 287 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F-150 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
