2005 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Elantra 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 364 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Elantra | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Elantra | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |
