2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 3 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 6 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. 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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (319 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pacifica | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 71 L |
