2004 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 947 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 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (827 Nm) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
| Model | Diamante | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 129 L |
