2004 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 9 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 76 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 208 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (201 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Diamante | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
