2005 Audi TT vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 5 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT 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 Audi TT (320 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TT | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
