2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 129 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mustang | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mustang | Diamante |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 313 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 71 L |