2005 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 4 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 88 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle.
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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Diamante | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
