2005 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 54 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 68 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, 2006 Opel Zafira (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Diamante | Zafira |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |