2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 267 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac STS 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 STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | STS | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
