2005 Holden Statesman vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 Holden Statesman 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Statesman weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2005 Holden Statesman 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 Holden Statesman. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Statesman | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Statesman | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
