2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | E | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
