2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 1 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 263 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 2005 Cadillac SRX 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 2005 Cadillac SRX. 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac SRX | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | SRX | Diamante |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 313 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 71 L |