2005 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Diamante | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |