2005 Infiniti M vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 231 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2005 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
