2004 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (325 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Diamante | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
