2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1029 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Ram | Diamante |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 310 Nm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2730 mm |