2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F-250 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 3489 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 72 L |
