2004 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 3 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Diamante | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
