2004 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2010 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKX 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln MKX (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 284 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.
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, 2010 Lincoln MKX (339 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm). This means 2010 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2010 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lincoln |
| Model | Diamante | MKX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4737 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1715 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 72 L |
