2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1053 kg more than 2004 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 2004 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) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (325 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ram | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |
