2004 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2008 Scion tC
To start off, 2008 Scion tC is newer by 4 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2008 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Scion tC. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Scion tC. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2008 Scion tC | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Scion |
| Model | Diamante | tC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
