2005 Acura MDX vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 496 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. (306 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | MDX | Diamante |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 306 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |