2004 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 7 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 371 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 2011 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Jaguar |
| Model | Diamante | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
