2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 136 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tucson | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
