2004 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2000 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2000 BMW 320 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 2000 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (214 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2000 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Diamante | 320 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
