2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 886 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.
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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lincoln Navigator | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
Model | Navigator | Diamante |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2730 mm |