2005 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 8 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, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Diamante | A7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2914 mm |
