2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 472 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Express | Diamante |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |