2004 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. Both 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante and 2006 Nissan 350Z are equipped with a 3,491 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 84 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 2006 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Diamante | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 76 L |
