2007 Audi S4 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S4 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
