2007 Hummer H2 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2007 Hummer H2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1353 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hummer H2 | 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Hummer | Mitsubishi |
| Model | H2 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2730 mm |
