2005 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 6 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 367 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Diamante | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |