2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Freestar (325 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Freestar | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Freestar | Diamante |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 313 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 71 L |