2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2730 mm |
