2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Durango | Diamante |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |