2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 305 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ram | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2730 mm |
