2004 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante and 2004 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 124 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 555 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio. 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 (313 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Diamante | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |
