2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 127 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Liberty | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
Model | Liberty | Diamante |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |