2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Impala | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
