2004 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2004 Proton Impian
To start off, both 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante and 2004 Proton Impian were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Proton Impian. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (325 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Impian. (140 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2004 Proton Impian | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Proton |
| Model | Diamante | Impian |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
