2004 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2003 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 435 kg more than 2003 Panoz AIV.
Because 2003 Panoz AIV 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 2003 Panoz AIV. 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, 2003 Panoz AIV (407 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (325 Nm). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2003 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Panoz |
| Model | Diamante | AIV |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
